In the Lab
IN THE LAB

Chronic Exposure To Melamine Through Tableware

A simple switch from melamine-containing tableware to stainless steel ones can help reduce environmental exposure to melamine.

MiRNA Biomarkers Help Catch Lung Cancer Early

A cross-country clinical study has identified a panel of five miRNA biomarkers which could be useful for the early diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer.

A Brain-Controlled Exoskeleton Could Help The Disabled Walk Again

Researchers have built a brain-computer interface system that allows users to direct a walking aid simply by using their eyes.

Blood Pressure Lowing Ingredient in Asparagus Found

Using a targeted mass spectrometry method, researchers have identified the active ingredient in asparagus that contributes to blood pressure regulation.

Parasite’s Big Appetite Might Be Its Downfall

The enzyme TgFBP2 helps Toxoplasma gondii survive in many cell types but could also prove to be a useful drug target.

Robotic Whiskers Lend A Helping Hand

Researchers have built a seal whisker-inspired sensor to help navigate dark and murky environments.

The Chemistry Underlying Learning In Worms

Using a simple behavioral test, scientists found two neuromodulatory signaling molecules underlying non-associative learning in C. elegans.

New Benchmarks For Molecular Spectroscopy

Researchers have obtained new energy readings for cyanoacetylene molecules, with significant implications for understanding the electronic structure of organic molecules.

2D Stanene Successfully Grown

The successful production of stanene, an ultrathin form of tin, could lead to a better understanding of superconductivity.